airbursts
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/ˈɛrˌbɜrsts/
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/ˈeəˌbɜːsts/
(airburst)
explosion in the air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airburst' originates from English, combining 'air' and 'burst', where 'burst' meant 'to break open or apart suddenly'.
Historical Evolution
'Airburst' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sudden explosion in the air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden explosion in the air, typically of a bomb or other explosive device.
The airbursts lit up the night sky during the military exercise.
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Last updated: 2025/06/07 12:51